Join the Ardmore Initiative for an exciting monthly event in Ardmore!
First Thursday in Ardmore is back on October 5, 2023! Participants will stay open until at least 7pm, offering a special.
Ardmore Sesquicentennial: The Ardmore Initiative is pleased to present the “Windows Into History” Ardmore StoryMap!
The “Windows Into History” Ardmore StoryMap was created by Kathleen Abplanalp, Director of Historic Preservation at the Lower Merion Conservancy. It is brought to you by the Conservancy, Ardmore Initiative, Lower Merion Township, and the Lower Merion Historical Society. This StoryMap especially benefitted from the intellectual contributions of Greg Prichard, Historic Preservation Planner for Lower Merion Township.
The StoryMap, which can be used on a mobile device, tablet, or computer, employs images, interactive maps, and other historical sources to document the development history of downtown Ardmore over a period of approximately 125 years. The StoryMap complements Windows into History, an Ardmore Initiative project that has placed historic images of downtown Ardmore in unoccupied storefront windows.
Most of the buildings featured in this StoryMap are contained within the Ardmore Commercial Historic District — the intent of which is to preserve the historic character of central Ardmore. The Historical Architectural Review Board (HARB), a Township advisory board, reviews proposed changes to buildings in the district. “Before and After” photos in this StoryMap document the role that HARB has played in helping both to preserve and to re-establish Ardmore’s unique historic character. Access the StoryMap HERE.
Ardmore Scavenger Hunt: We had such a great response to the Ardmore Scavenger Hunt at Fall for Ardmore we are bringing it back for First Thursday! Stroll through downtown Ardmore and learn more about Ardmore’s 150 year history for a chance to win a Downtown Dollars gift card. Pick up your Ardmore Scavenger Hunt form at the Ardmore Initiative office from 5-6pm at 56 E. Lancaster Avenue or at the Ardmore Library information desk. Participating First Thursday businesses will have forms, too!
Snap a picture of your completed answer sheet and email to Info@ArdmoreInitiative.org for a chance to win a Downtown Dollars Ardmore gift card, redeemable at many of the stores and restaurants you will pass on your walk. Submissions due by 4pm on Friday, October 6, 2023. Good luck!
Participating Businesses:
Abiyah Naturals: 15% off $50 purchase
PokéOno: Broke Da Mout Special
Rittenhouse Deli & Songsan: 10% off food
Char & Stave: $9 Ardmore Old Fashioneds and $9 Char & Stave Martinis
Free Will Collective: 10% off any Philadelphia related apparel (Phillies, Eagles, Jawn, etc)
Lu & Aug’s: Introducing the Lu & Aug’s student discount! Show your student ID and receive a 15% discount!
Manatawny Still Works: $10 Old Fashioned and extended Happy Hour menu – mention First Thursday!
